Roy F
5.0
(44)
Instruments: Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Keyboard
Styles: Classical, Jazz, Pop, Blues, R&B, Musical Theater, Funk, Swing, Bossa Nova, Soul, Marching Band
Roy F
5.0
(44)
Instruments: Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Keyboard
Styles:
Classical, Jazz, Pop, Blues, R&B, Musical Theater, Funk, Swing, Bossa Nova, Soul, Marching Band
Where I Teach:
Ages Taught: 6-70
MM, Aaron Copland School of Music in Queens College, Jazz Performance
2013 - First Place in the Jazz competition ‘’Jazz Search West 2013’’ by Living Jazz in San Francisco
2017 - Third prize in Winds and Brass category in George Gershwin International Music Competition in New York
In November 2013, Roy moved to the New York City vicinity to discipline himself, and study Jazz as a music based on American culture. In March 2015, Roy was accepted to the Manhattan School of Music. And also, he was transferred to CUNY Queens College, Aaron Copland School of Music. Then he graduated with the degree of Master of Music in Jazz Study in 2018. Roy participated “George Gershwin International Music Competition2017 in New York” as a Classical-Jazz saxophonist, and won third prize in Woodwinds and Brass category in the competition.
I've been teaching music for a wide range of generations of students for over 10 years. When I was in Japan, I had taught lessons in Yamano music school, which is one of well-known music schools in general music lesson industries in Japan. Throughout classical music to Jazz music, providing a lesson with full of joyfulness within a genuine music education to students is my teaching motto. Having an ability of playing music with your instrument is to be able to improve your own personality and expressions.
Recommended Textbooks [published by Hal Leonard]・Essential Elements For Band (Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute)・Essential Elements For Jazz (Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute)・Piano Adventures (Piano)・Piano Lessons (Piano) - For beginning students who are children or elementary school students wishing to play Piano, Flute, Clarinet, or Saxophone, I typically start with Hal Leonard's Essential Elements. For the students' level of intermediate beyond, I only accept teaching Saxophone students. Then, I would like to see what kind of musicality on your saxophone you have, first. To do that, you have to prepare a song that you are most comfortable with. Or, I provide you some materials, or specific Etudes. For example: (For Saxophone student) ・H. Klose 25 Daily Exercises for Saxophone ・Marcel Mule 48 Etudes
My teaching style is to get students motivated with fun components of lesson materials. Sometimes, I recommend material to watch and listen for getting ideas how to master instruments because it's important to know great examples of pro-instrumentalists as much as possible. Playing instruments have to be fun whichever materials they are working on, but there is on and off physically and mentally. I teach you how to get better continuing to have fun practicing and get improved on songs they want to be able to perform.
Juan Galan
excellent, extraordinary teaching, punctuality, generosity and responsibility. besides that he is very respectful and professional in his work. Excellent..!!! I recommend it
Steven Brinkley
Ryoju is a excellent teacher he's patient and takes his time making sure you understand the concepts and fundamentals of playing the sax. From reading music to playing a tune it's been great
Freddie Williams
We are truly grateful for the experience and dedication Ryoju brings as a teacher. He is not just an extraordinary musician but also an empathetic and patient teacher who makes learning saxophone fun by relating to the student with favorite tunes and skills at student's learning pace.
Joe B
Ryojyu is a great teacher. I started classes with him virtually and transitioned to in-person. He was able to deliver effective guidance and feedback in both settings. Royju offers a wealth of academic and professional experience and is able to shape this to your personalized course. I feel a benefit every session I have with him.
Yukimi T
My 12 year son has been taking both in-person and remote lessons with Ryoju and he really enjoys his time with Ryoju. Ryoju's approach is engaging. It brings out understanding of the music and the tones beyond just notes on the page. He facilitates improvision by developing the fundamentals of music structure - majors, minors, arpeggios, pentonics etc. My son develped his love of Saxophone thanks to Ryoju
Jessica
Ryoju teaches my 9 year old daughter flute. He is very nice and patient. My daughter likes him very much. He is a organized and reliable coach .
Daniel Badidles
Ryoju is very nice and courteous. My son is very comfortable with him. Very good teacher. Highly recommended.
Nikki Gowan
Roy teaches my 11 year old son saxophone. He is a highly reliable and kind instructor - encouraging my son to keep trying, providing suggestions on instrument care and going the extra mile to make lessons fun. I would recommend Roy to anyone.
Phyllis
My son has enjoyed learning clarinet from Mr Roy F!
Melissa S
My son had such a great time taking lessons with Roy and was easy to work with if any schedules needed adjusted.
Nalyn
Mr. F was a great first teacher for my 12 yo son on clarinet. He is patient, kind, encouraging yet instructive. I truly appreciated his honesty when he informed us my son had outgrown his classical clarinet teaching, but was able to introduce him to jazz. I would definitely recommend him as a teacher! We were able to have online lesson despite the many timezones between us! Mahalo nui!
Chris L
Roy is extremely patient and developed a natural rapport with my son during weekly lessons. In turn my son was motivated and encouraged to explore leading saxophone. Very happy with Roy and plan to continue the lessons for my 10 year old son in the fall. Highly recommend!
Kason Carr
Roy has been such a wonderful connection for us to make! He is very knowledgeable and has been patient and kind with our kiddo who is starting a new instrument. Thank you!
Ann Marie and Jace
After a rough 7th grade band experience my son was ready to give up on the saxophone until he started working with Roy. He ADORES him and looks forward to each lesson and is back on track and enjoying band again. Roy is so kind, works with us re: lesson times and make ups, and goes above and beyond. My son has improved massively and Roy even was able to identify issues with his instrument that we were able to fix. Thank you so much Roy! Highly highly recommend.
Jinho Hwang
He is caring and kind and my daughter really liked the lesson. As a very beginner, I was worried about whether online classes would be possible, but my child's skills improved a lot during the few months he took classes with Roy, even though they were held once a week. He was very helpful to me as he was very flexible and provided necessary information along the way.
Anne Murphy
I cannot say enough about Roy's patience in working with me...a grandmother in her 70s who always wanted to play the sax! This is very different than my early years with the piano. His patient attention to all the details that are important impress me with his dedication...I am so grateful he is the teacher my daughter found for me!
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